School Speech and Language Pathologist | Hickory, North Carolina

Job Description

Job Description

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology, active SLP license and 1+ year of Speech-Language Pathology experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.

A School-Based Speech Language Pathologist is needed to provide comprehensive therapy services to students from kindergarten through 12th grade in a structured educational setting. This full-time, contract position involves working onsite Monday through Friday, 37.5 hours per week, supporting a caseload adjusted based on experience.

Location: Hickory, North Carolina (with services provided in a K-12 school environment)

Qualifications and Experience:

• Valid and active North Carolina SLP license (mandatory)
• Certification of Clinical Competence (CCC) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)
• Experience working as a school-based Speech Language Pathologist preferred
• Ability to assess, diagnose, and treat speech and language disorders in children across various grade levels
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with educators, parents, and support staff

Responsibilities:

• Conduct speech and language evaluations and individualized therapy plans for students
• Monitor student progress and maintain detailed documentation in compliance with state and school regulations
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and other professionals to support student communication needs
• Participate in Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings and provide expertise to the team
• Ensure all therapy services are delivered according to the school calendar for the contract school year

Benefits:

• Structured work schedule Monday through Friday
• Engagement in a dynamic, supportive educational environment
• Opportunity to develop professional skills within pediatric speech therapy in schools

Qualified candidates with an active NC license are encouraged to apply for this rewarding role in speech language pathology aimed at improving students' communication skills within a supportive school community.